Potty training is an important milestone in your child's development.  We understand that all children develop at their own pace, but research shows it's best for your child's bladder and bowel health to stop using nappies, including reusable nappies, pull ups and training pants, between 18 and 30 months.

It is really important that children are out of all nappies well in advance of starting Reception year in school.  The only exception should be children with a diagnosed medical need, such as a bladder or bowel condition. 

Being out of nappies not only helps children to feel confident, healthy and part of the group, it also means teachers and support staff can spend more time teaching and supporting children's development in other ways. 

Did you know that 83% of children were out of nappies by 18 months in the 1970's and 1980's - today 1 in 4 children are not toilet trained when they start Reception.